Organizational production processes may sometimes not have exact numbers for the raw materials needed for production processes. Therefore, they must engage in forecasting. 1. What is forecasting, and why does it matter in production management? 2. Discuss the following two forecasting methods in production management——Simulation and Moving Averages.
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Course Learning Outcomes for Unit III
Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:
3. Analyze the application of different forecasting approaches and methods.
3.1 Develop a survey in order to facilitate a forecast of demand.
3.2 Explain how survey questions and other opinions will contribute to a forecast.
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